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Dutton Recruitment
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Maidstone, Kent
Assistant Buyer
Overview
Dutton Recruitment (Sheffield Engineering) are recruiting for: An Assistant Buyer for a permanent position in the Leeds area. Immediate start available. We are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join our client's team who are an established engineering client who are looking to expand. Duties/Responsibilities: Always work in compliance with the Company's health and safety policy and authorised risk assessments;. Compliance with policies and procedures regarding the purchase of goods and services, adhering to finance department procedures and department standards of purchasing;. Raise enquiries and purchase orders for any allocated materials, within pre cost allowances and to support the company forward order book; Progressing on time delivery of procured items with suppliers in the UK and overseas;.Develop a close working relationship with the engineering team and production departments to ensure progress meets with customer delivery requirements and that purchasing milestones are met;. Assist other members of the purchasing department as necessary;. Production of weekly updates on delivery and forecasts;. Proactively engage and support company initiatives designed to promote a culture of safe working, environmental protection and continual improvement;. Ensure systems (EFACS/Excel) are up to date at all times regarding expected delivery dates and prices from suppliers;. Develop and maintain relationships with existing suppliers while seeking new ones;. Assist in the shortfall of staff during holiday periods;. Carry out any reasonable ad-hoc duties requested by your direct Line Manager or the Management Team. Qualifications/Skills required for the role: GCSEs High school or equivalent;. Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors);. Hands-on experience with purchasing software (e.g. EFACS).Commercial Awareness;. An understanding of supply chain procedures;.Analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses;. Negotiation skills;. Experience of reading, understanding and interpreting mechanical drawings; (Desirable). Personal characteristics/Attributes required: Good communication skills and the ability to connect naturally with people;. To be able to work well using own initiative and as part of a team;. Ability to ensure the work gets done in a timely and effective manner;. Ability to follow all Company policies and procedures;. Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instructions given;. Self-motivated. Our client offer: 25 working days holiday 8 statutory bank holidays;. Death in service scheme;. Company Pension 3%;. BUPA mental well being package;. Sick Pay: Onsite Welfare facilities;. Salary: £22,000.00 to £25,000.00 /year (depending on experience) 3 years buying experience preferred. In the first instance, send CV's to or call the team on 0114 2200888 (option 1) for Engineering. Dutton Recruitment are working as an Employment Business on behalf of our client.